Director of Finance & Accounting

Director Of Finance & Accounting

The Director of Finance & Accounting is responsible for all financial aspects of the School, including accounting, budgeting, financial planning, audit preparation, risk management, and payroll and benefits administration. This role involves both high-level strategic work and day-to-day accounting tasks.

Finance Responsibilities:

• Coordinate timely preparation of financial statements for the Head of School, Finance Committee, and Board of Trustees.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of reports for all budget holders.
• Oversee preparation of annual operations and capital budgets.
• Develop a long-term, strategic planning budget.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and safeguards.
• Maintain professional relationships with the School's banks, attorneys, auditors, insurance carriers, contractors, and accrediting organizations.

Accounting/Management Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead a team of five responsible for Accounting, Payroll & Benefits, and Purchasing & Accounts Payable functions.
• Oversee monthly budget-to-actuals analysis and variance analysis; ensure all expenditures are consistent with approved budgets and that the appropriate authority approves any deviations.
• Prepare assigned monthly account analysis and review analyses prepared by others.
• Coordinate and prepare financials and other schedules for annual independent audit process; interface with independent auditors to secure annual audit of the School's financial position.
• Coordinate and prepare schedules for annual tax return; interface with independent tax preparer to secure timely preparation and filing of the School's tax return (Form 990).

Payroll/HR Responsibilities:

• Oversee semi-monthly payroll process to ensure controls are in place for accurate salaries and deductions.
• Ensure legal compliance and equitable administration of compensation and benefits packages to all employees.
• Oversee annual benefits enrollment process.
• Oversee the education of employees' benefit programs.

Other Responsibilities & Expectations:

• Actively participate in ongoing risk assessment and management.
• Contribute to a safe, supportive school environment for all constituents by acting with compassion and integrity in all situations.
• Contribute to a positive school culture by building collaborative, collegial, and respectful relationships with colleagues and overtly supporting teachers, administrators, and the Board of Trustees.
• Model the mission of the School to all staff, parents, students, and the community.
• Work in collaboration with other members of the administrative team for the benefit of the School as a whole, in any capacity necessary.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. CPA/MBA preferred. Minimum five years of experience working in nonprofit organizations or independent schools. Proficiency with Blackbaud and advanced Microsoft Excel. Strong math skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Exceptional attention to detail. Audit experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements: This position requires general office work with prolonged periods of sitting/standing; keyboard/mouse use; speaking and hearing; traversing the school campus; near and distance vision; attending virtual and in-person meetings; occasional local driving; occasional lifting up to 20 pounds; and pulling/pushing heavier items.

Mission Alignment: Employees of the School are expected to support the institution's mission, values, and educational philosophy, and to contribute positively to the school community.

Employee Benefits: Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance, Paid holidays and vacation, Retirement account with employer matching, Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, Accident coverage, Legal Shield/ID protection, Employer-paid life insurance plus voluntary life and disability coverage, Tuition discount for dependent children (K/1 and above), Lunch provided.